1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |